Recent Content by lizives

The problem with going to Scotland is those midges. There are some lovely whiskies distilled in the east of Scotland where they dont suffer the midges. They are peculiar to the west coast. BUT if you cant resist the Islay malts and highlanders then you must persevere. Have enjoyed reading...

I tried the Atkins diet last year. Cholesterol was 5.3 - now 5.7. I tried it for a month and yes, I did lose weight but suffered for it. Doc was furious with me and I now know it was quite the wrong thing to do. I felt quite ill after it all and put on the weight again and some. So much for...

I am so lucky with both GP and Practice Nurses. I had to ask for strips about 3 years ago and have always had them on prescription. Also after latest 6 month check I was given a Contour meter plus strips and lancets on prescription - did not have to ask. It is obviously a lottery who gets...

Now well into October so how is it going with the new regime? would love to know how you get on as I have the oil and the books but waiting for someone to say they are happy with it. I am willing to try anything if it makes me feel better! :?:

What does anyone know about coconut oil and diet and diabetes. What little I know seems to point to an Atkins type diet with this supposedly wonder oil. Any information? Anyone tried it yet? :?

I get very, very irritable when sugar levels are up. Feels like my nerve endings are on fire and I cant bear to be with people when I feel that way. I wont say I am bad tempered but its better for folk not to come anywhere near me when I feel really bad. Is that normal for a type2? Seems to...

As a female with bladder problems before becoming diabetic I found that avoiding fizzy drinks and CAFFEINE above all things makes a difference. Try to take most of your fluids before 6pm whenever possible too. It helps - not a lot but it helps. Dont think that by drinking less it will help - it...

Love the remedy by Cavelioness - I will try that using the face of the Neighbour From HELL who is moving soon - hooray. But - as an Aromatherapist, Reflexologist, Stress Therapist (who is very stressed herself) I can say that therapies such as these are for diabetics. You must tell the...

This is not so silly as some may think and reminded me of something I learnt years ago. After a really terrifying breakdown some years back I needed counselling and stress relief and was taught Square Breathing - breathe in for 4, hold for 4, breathe out for 4, hold for 4. Do this while...

I am T2 and depressed - mainly due to being widowed a year ago - but my diabetes has been out of control (stress I???) and feel in need of a relaxing holiday with meditation, massage or other therapies and nice accommodation and food. Maybe yoga in there somewhere too. :?: Any recommendations...

I keep reading about Byetta is this something new or am I just not in the loop? How does that work and is it thought to be better than the others?

Is there anything that doesnt promote weight gain in this world? If so please forward in a plain envelope... Thanks for the input everyone. Have docs appt for Saturday...... :(

So glad I joined this forum today. I have learned so much in a few short hours. My original post (Out of Control) may soon be answered at this rate without having to resort to another surgery visit. Thanks all.

"One pupil at a school near where I live has been diagnosed with swine flu, the school was closed down for a week I think and one teacher also suffering from asthma has been given Tamiflu, the rest of them havent though," My daughter works in a high school where her son is a pupil. They got...

How uncontrolled would it have to be?